An empath typically has sensitivity, along with heightened intuition and empathy, making them gifted in sensing how other people are feeling. The nervous systems of empaths are ‘wired’ in ways that create heightened sensory awareness. While this is such a gift in the world, it also means empaths can become overwhelmed by the emotions of others and impacted by unhealthy environments.
It is also common for empaths to over give and over function, finding it difficult to say no and assert healthy boundaries. This can impact their sensitive energy systems, causing them to feel overwhelmed and depleted. This is especially the case during times of stress, or when engaging with ‘toxic’ people, relationships, or environments.
If you relate to this, you maybe interested in the blog post on “Empaths and Toxic Relationships”.